NOT LISTED FOR SALE

12981 Solvang Way Truckee, CA 96161

Tahoe Donner Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,112,000 - $1,169,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,071 Sq Ft
$554/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 24, 2020

Last sale price $754,000 $364 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,180/month

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Boat Ramp
  • Golf Course Community
  • Truckee Elementary School Rated A-
  • Ski Accessible
  • Horse Facilities

About This Home

As of June 2020

Beautiful and peaceful in Tahoe Donner, this meticulously maintained home includes, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, an over-sized 2 car garage, plus a loft and boasts a tranquil natural spring setting. Walking distance to Tahoe Donner's best hiking trails, this home is the perfect combination of function & style. Easy to use with open concept living, the homes kitchen and dining areas naturally flow to the huge and private rear deck.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Talya Dodson-Martin

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01748247 Listed on: 04/16/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Doug Schroeder

Dickson Realty License #01955249

Dickson Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,255

Year Built

  • Built in 1994 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot

HOA Fees

  • $172 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Mountain Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,071 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Loft
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Hall
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Oversized Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Utility District

Community Details

Overview

Recreation

  • Boat Ramp
  • Community Beach Access
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Horse Facilities
  • Ski Accessible

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,255

Year Built

Built in 1994 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$172 per month

Listing Details

  • Age: 30+ Years
  • Estimated Lot Size: .26 - .5
  • Community: Tahoe Donner
  • Directions: Directly up Northwoods. Right at 1st Hillside. Left on Solvang.
  • Number of Acres: 0.31
  • Service Type: Full Service
  • Setting: River/Creek
  • Sub-Area: 9TD
  • Sub-Status: Standard
  • Topography: Level
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Other: Pantry, High Ceilings
  • Sewer: Utility District
  • Estimated Sq Ft: ASSESSOR
  • Architecture: Mountain
  • Gated: No
  • Out Buildings: No
  • Property Condition: Minor Remodel
  • Sign YN: Y
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Handicap Friendly: Few Steps
  • Heating: Natural Gas, CFAH
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2071
  • Stories: Two
  • Water Company: Public
  • Gas: Natural
  • Water: Utility District
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Bonus Rooms: Loft
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Furnished: Mostly
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Wood Stove: Living Room
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Mixed, Stone, Vinyl, Wood

Exterior Features

  • View: Wooded
  • Construction Exterior: Wooded, Stucco
  • Roof: Metal
  • Decks: 1
  • Construction Phase: FINISHED

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Two
  • Garage/Parking: Attached, Oversized

Utilities

  • Laundry: Hall

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Amenities: Beach Access, Pool, Tennis Courts, Golf, Equestrian Center, Cross Country Skiing, Down Hill Skiing, Exercise Equipment, Boat Ramp
  • HOA Fees: 2065
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Y
  • HOA Transfer Fee: 405
  • HOA Membership: Y
  • HOA Website: www.tahoedonner.com

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 16, 2020
Closed on
Jun 23, 2020
Sold by
Kares Frank and The Frank Kares Living Trust
Bought by
Troxell Frank J and Troxell Christa S
Seller's Agent
Talya Dodson-Martin
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Doug Schroeder
Dickson Realty
List Price
$779,000
Sold Price
$754,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-3.21%
Current Estimated Value
$1,114,171

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$360,171
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.01%
Original Mortgage
$603,200
Outstanding Balance
$538,220
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$581,130

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2013
Sold by
Pombo Dawn
Bought by
Kares Frank

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2013
Sold by
Kares Frank
Bought by
Kares Frank and The Frank Kares Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2009
Sold by
Kares Sue Lawrence
Bought by
Kares Frank

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2009
Sold by
Kares Frank
Bought by
Kares Frank and Frank Kares Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2003
Sold by
Knapp Shirley K
Bought by
Kares Frank J and Kares Sue Lawrence

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$415,200
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Troxell Frank J $754,000 Fidelity Natl Ttl Co Of Ca
Kares Frank -- First American Title Company
Kares Frank -- First American Title Company
Kares Frank -- First American Title Company
Kares Frank -- None Available
Kares Frank -- None Available
Kares Frank J $605,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Troxell Frank J $603,200
Previous Owner Kares Frank $210,000
Previous Owner Kares Frank $170,000
Previous Owner Kares Frank $170,000
Previous Owner Kares Frank $170,000
Previous Owner Kares Frank $417,000
Previous Owner Kares Frank J $100,000
Previous Owner Kares Frank J $415,200
Previous Owner Knapp Shirley K $75,000
Previous Owner Knapp Shirley K $220,000
Previous Owner Knapp Shirley K $200,000
Previous Owner Knapp Shirley K $116,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2020 06/24/20 Sold $754,000 -0.7% $364 / Sq Ft
05/25/2020 05/25/20 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2020 05/20/20 Price Changed $759,000 -2.6% $366 / Sq Ft
04/16/2020 04/16/20 For Sale $779,000 -- $376 / Sq Ft
Source: Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $10,255 $824,669 $179,421 $645,248
2024 $10,164 $808,500 $175,903 $632,597
2023 $10,164 $792,648 $172,454 $620,194
2022 $9,897 $777,107 $169,073 $608,034
2021 $9,467 $761,811 $165,699 $596,112
2020 $8,936 $710,500 $131,500 $579,000
2019 $8,944 $696,500 $128,900 $567,600
2018 $8,245 $676,200 $125,100 $551,100
2017 $7,818 $640,000 $176,000 $464,000
2016 $7,566 $610,000 $168,000 $442,000
2015 $7,363 $598,000 $165,000 $433,000
2014 $6,655 $548,000 $151,000 $397,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Talya Dodson-Martin

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Talya Dodson-Martin

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (530) 448-1101

    49 in this area

    124 Total Sales

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  • Doug Schroeder

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Doug Schroeder

    Dickson Realty

    (408) 768-2742

    22 in this area

    52 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 20200612

Tahoe Sierra Board of REALTORS®

APN: 046-530-042-000

California Nevada County Truckee 96161 Tahoe Donner

12981 Solvang Way, Truckee, CA

This home is located at 12981 Solvang Way, Truckee, CA 96161 since 16 April 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,147,804, approximately $554 per square foot. This property was built in 1994. 12981 Solvang Way is a home located in Nevada County with nearby schools including Truckee Elementary School, Alder Creek Middle School, and Tahoe Truckee High School.

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